JAMS ABOUT TOWN

This web page provides information about BUMS Inc jams in Brisbane, and other jams run in the greater Brisbane area.

JAM PROGRAMS

Jam programs at each venue follow a similar pattern. A surprise packet of songs is projected onto screens, and led by experienced jam leaders. Members and visitors are encouraged to showcase their talents at jams through open mic performances. Please email open mic requests to songs@brisbaneukulele.com and specify which jam you will be attending.

If you’re new to the ukulele, a beginners’ class is held half an hour before the start of the Coorparoo and Northside jams. The Ferny Grove jam (originally dedicated to beginners and focusing on a basic chord set) is branching out into new chords and more complicated songs. Ferny Grove now has a beginners group that meets at 6:00 pm.

Hope to see you there. BYO friends & ukuleles!

For those of you who would like to ‘try before you buy’, we have a small number of ukuleles at the Coorparoo venue that we lend to people for the evening.

SONG SUGGESTIONS

We play, share & jam a diverse range of music from traditional ukulele & folk tunes to disco, pop & heavy metal.
Email songs@brisbaneukulele.com to suggest songs you’d like to play or lead at the jams.

BUMS Inc JAM VENUES

For all the latest news on jams and other BUMS Inc events around Brisbane check out our News & Events page.

At BUMS Inc jams we welcome beginners to advanced uke players, those who like to show case their talent at open mics, and those who like to sing along. We play a diverse range of music from traditional ukulele and folk tunes to disco, pop and heavy metal. The jam programs at each venue follow a similar pattern, where we display familiar songs and play and sing along with experienced jam leaders. Between sets, members and visitors entertain us with open mic items.

Toowong Daytime Jam — 2nd Wednesday of the month
Toowong Bowls Club, 59 Gailey Road (cnr Heroes Ave), Perrin Park, Toowong
Cost: Free to members, $5 for visitors
Jam from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Just a 5-7 min walk from Toowong station, or there’s plenty of parking in the grounds.
If you’re not a bowls club member, please remember to sign in at club before each jam.
(Bowls club social membership is $1.00 for life.)
Contact: Sue and Peter: Phone o7 3378 5938

Bribie Island Jam — Every 2nd & 4th Friday of the month
The group meets on the 2nd Friday of the month and an Open Mic on the 4th Friday.
Bribie Island Library, 1 Welsby Parade, Bongaree, Bribie Island
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
If you are interested in their newsletter, contact Trisha.
Contact: Trisha Scott email trishascott23@gmail.com.

Redlands City Ukulele — 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month
Binary Music Studio, Shop 11 Cleveland Plaza, 48 Bloomfield Street, Cleveland
Music is available via Binary Music website on application of password.
Everybody welcome, all levels of ability.
Cost: $10
Time 7:00 – 8:30 pm
We practice to perform – under the direction of professional musicians in a well equipped studio.
Contact: cilla.wills@yahoo.com or 0422 407 902.
See the Redlands City Ukulele Group Facebook page for more details.Redland City Ukuleles – RCUs

*NEW for 2018* Solo Improvisation Jam — First Session Saturday 20 January 2018
Thereafter 2nd Saturday of each month 1pm – 3 pm
This monthly jam is designed to develop people’s abilities in regards to improvisation and solos.
All welcome. No Judgement or songbooks allowed.
Contact Trevor Gollagher at t.gollagher@bigpond.com for details and address.

Grab your ukulele, your family & friends for a night playing and singing. All songs projected on 2 big screens and led by various talented BUMS members and performing groups. Come early and have dinner & a bevvy at the Green Bar downstairs.

Ukulele Plays Irish
Peter McMeel and Brendan Williams are bringing a bit of the Irish to Toowong Bowls Club this May. Check it out if you are looking for a new challenge and want to advance your skills in a new fun direction.
• Toowong Bowls Club
• Every Thursday night. Staring 25 May.
• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The session extends into All Instruments at around 6:30 PM.
• Ukes tuned in D for Celtic. See notes on tuning below.

Wind down and get your weekend off to a great start. Intimate venue- food, coffee, licensed .

All songs projected on to a screen … no need to bring music or a stand … Just bring your uke, and get ready to have a good night.

Anyone is welcome to lead a song. So, dust off your repertoire, and polish up your performance. If you have suggestions or would like to lead a song or two, bring the formatted song-sheets on a USB stick.

Join Angie and Dave McGrath of Mountview Wines is hosting a meeting of The Graniteers (U3A) ukulele players on their beautiful winery all stringed instrument players welcome for a weekend of group singalongs , open mic , free workshops . Be quick sells out fast!

Join their facebook group for the latest info https://www.facebook.com/groups/186605735083654/
Tickets available https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=460487
Contact Angela McGrath 0431817646 angela.mcgrath60@gmail.com for more info.

Join Angie and Dave McGrath of Mountview Wines is hosting a meeting of The Graniteers (U3A) ukulele players on their beautiful winery all stringed instrument players welcome for a weekend of group singalongs , open mic , free workshops . Be quick sells out fast!

Join their facebook group for the latest info https://www.facebook.com/groups/186605735083654/
Tickets available https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=460487
Contact Angela McGrath 0431817646 angela.mcgrath60@gmail.com for more info.

Join Angie and Dave McGrath of Mountview Wines is hosting a meeting of The Graniteers (U3A) ukulele players on their beautiful winery all stringed instrument players welcome for a weekend of group singalongs , open mic , free workshops . Be quick sells out fast!

Join their facebook group for the latest info https://www.facebook.com/groups/186605735083654/
Tickets available https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=460487
Contact Angela McGrath 0431817646 angela.mcgrath60@gmail.com for more info.

BUMS Daytime Jam —Second Wednesday of the month at Toowong Bowls Club, just a 5-7 minute walk from Toowong Station. There’s plenty of parking at the club. Join Peter and Sue Sercombe to get your mid-week uke fix, playing anything from classics to current hit songs.
VENUE: Toowong Bowls Club, 59 Gailey Rd (cnr Heroes Ave) Perrin Park
TIME: 11:00 am-1:00 pm (Beginners 10:30 am)
COST: BUMS members FREE, visitors $5 … Join BUMS HERE. Note: If you are not a bowls club member, you must sign in at club before each jam. Bowls club social membership is $1.00 for life.
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/

Ukulele Plays Irish
Peter McMeel and Brendan Williams are bringing a bit of the Irish to Toowong Bowls Club this May. Check it out if you are looking for a new challenge and want to advance your skills in a new fun direction.
• Toowong Bowls Club
• Every Thursday night. Staring 25 May.
• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The session extends into All Instruments at around 6:30 PM.
• Ukes tuned in D for Celtic. See notes on tuning below.

The Scratch Jam — Third Sunday of the month. A Sunday session with a difference! Bring your uke and enjoy a brew & very casual jam/gig for intermediate players (beginners welcome). A select menu of goodies to eat and great boutique beers & ciders.
VENUE: The Scratch Bar, 8/1 Park Road, Milton
TIME: 12:30 pm- 2:30 pm
COST: FREE
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/

Ferny Grove Beginners Jam — Wednesday 15 November (3rd Wednesday of the month)
Just starting out? Join Linda Gough and Paul Morris for a relaxing low key jam with easy chords, that’s lots of fun. It’s also a great opportunity for more experienced players to practice their finger style technique. Very new players can join Donna Farrell and Dianne Davis for a BEGINNERS LESSON before the jam at 6:00pm.

Ukulele Plays Irish
Peter McMeel and Brendan Williams are bringing a bit of the Irish to Toowong Bowls Club this May. Check it out if you are looking for a new challenge and want to advance your skills in a new fun direction.
• Toowong Bowls Club
• Every Thursday night. Staring 25 May.
• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The session extends into All Instruments at around 6:30 PM.
• Ukes tuned in D for Celtic. See notes on tuning below.

Open Mic Night — Third & Fourth Thursday of the month. All musicians welcome especially ukulele players. Come to perform for a small, appreciative crowd or come to lend your support! This open mic is for unpolished singles and duets with a one-song-at-a-time format. Very low key. Perfect for your first performance. The Thai food is great and the bar is open. More info contact William Whitaker (whitakerwv@gmail.com).
VENUE: Camp Hill Community &Sporting Club (Bowls Club), 150A Ferguson Rd, Camp Hill (near Skyline Drive round-a-bout)
TIME: 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
COST: FREE
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/

BUMS Northside Jam — Fourth Tuesday of the month. All chords and lyrics projected on screen. No need for books or printing! No food available for sale. But you are welcome to bring your own. The bar is open for liquid refreshments! Email songs@brisbaneukulele.com if you’d like an open mic spot.

Ukulele Plays Irish
Peter McMeel and Brendan Williams are bringing a bit of the Irish to Toowong Bowls Club this May. Check it out if you are looking for a new challenge and want to advance your skills in a new fun direction.
• Toowong Bowls Club
• Every Thursday night. Staring 25 May.
• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. The session extends into All Instruments at around 6:30 PM.
• Ukes tuned in D for Celtic. See notes on tuning below.

Open Mic Night — Third & Fourth Thursday of the month. All musicians welcome especially ukulele players. Come to perform for a small, appreciative crowd or come to lend your support! This open mic is for unpolished singles and duets with a one-song-at-a-time format. Very low key. Perfect for your first performance. The Thai food is great and the bar is open. More info contact William Whitaker (whitakerwv@gmail.com).
VENUE: Camp Hill Community &Sporting Club (Bowls Club), 150A Ferguson Rd, Camp Hill (near Skyline Drive round-a-bout)
TIME: 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
COST: FREE
For more jams and special events check out https://www.brisbaneukulele.com/events/